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This is a Siwa cuff I had until recently. It was very large and heavy. It has a couple of stamps on it, one I believe may be the silver content? And one looks like a hallmark. I don't know if that would give any identity or information about this…

"I show here a similar cuff that was purchased from Tripoli with similar hall mark and quite similar design as well . This is just to give you an idea for comparison. Thanking you again for sharing your beautiful cuff."

" I agree with Edith on the origin of this cuff. This hallmark is marking Tripoli-Libya. The 800 no.may indicate the silver content. The Tripoli silver cuffs are usually 900 but the number is only shown on the side bar which is usually fixed on…"

Pair of high grade silver tenachir (?) pendants with lovely clear carnelian cabs. These were so spectacular that I had to purchase them. I was told they are called tenechir or tenachir and are worn on the sides of the face. From my personal…

"Nepali for the tourist trade. Which does`nt make it less attractive. And I think the style has been made for quite a few years now. I`ve always imagined that this style dates back to Nepali hippy-trail times. The stones on this style of necklace are…"

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I have always had an interest in personal adornment in many different cultures around the world. What started as armchair tours through books has grown to include my own personal collection and a small business dealing in reproduction and newer pieces for sale to the tribal bellydance community. I'm here to increase my knowledge and experience with others in the tribal adornment community. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!